Somerville Public Schools encourages parents and families to engage with the district in various ways this winter. Here’s a glance at some of the district’s upcoming events - Curriculum dates, Listening Sessions, Enrollment, and more!
The Curriculum Department will host two 90-minute events to provide parents/guardians with a new perspective on enhancements to the academic framework, with particular focus on Mathematics and English Language. Meet our Curriculum team and gain insight into how methods of teaching have changed to best prepare our students for success.
Intro. To K-8 Math and ELA Curriculum
Thursday, January 15 at 5:30pm at the Healey School
Wednesday, January 21 at 8:30am at the Kennedy School
Somerville Public Schools uses a formative assessment system called “i-Ready," a computer-based assessment program that all students in Grades 3-8 will take three times per year. The sole purpose of i-Ready is to help our educators collect data on how students are performing in order to drive instruction in the classroom, and to reflect academic growth among out students. The district will host an hour-long virtual information session about i-Ready for families interested in how this platform drives SPS instructional practices.
i-Ready Virtual Information Session
Tuesday, January 27 at 7:00pm
Register for the Zoom session
Somerville High School will host district 8th graders for a 60-minute virtual “Get Ready for SHS” event. Students and families can learn more about how to prepare for transitioning to high school. Learn about course scheduling, graduation requirements, and more.
Get Ready for SHS
Thursday, Jan. 15 at 7:00pm
Click here to register for the Zoom Meeting
We want to hear from you on key topics across the district! Register for one of our upcoming Listening Sessions, where you will meet key district leaders and participate in an open discussion about your experiences in our schools and how we can enhance some of our most essential programs and services. These are 90-minute, in-person events held at Somerville High School.
Listening Session: Out of School (After School)
Wednesday, January 14 at 8:30am
Register Here
Listening Session: Multilingual Learning
Wednesday, January 28 at 8:30am
Register Here
Listening Session: Special Education
Tuesday, January 20 at 6:00pm (FULL)
Wednesday, January 28 at 8:30am
Register Here
The district continues to look ahead toward a new building to replace Winter Hill Community Innovation School. The next step in the process is the New School Building Visioning Forum, an all-day collaboration of staff, SPS families, and the community at large for discussion on the needs of a modern learning environment. Space is limited, and participants will be selected to ensure a broad range of perspectives that reflect the diversity of our community. We encourage anyone with interest and a desire to engage with fellow stakeholders to apply for a spot in this collaborative group.
New School Building Visioning Forum
Tuesday, January 20 8:30am - 2:15 pm
Dojo @ Somernova (includes lunch)
Click here to learn more and register
Each of the K-8 Somerville Public Schools will host school tours in January, allowing families to engage district staff and learn about what each of our schools has to offer. The tours are scheduled hourly from 9am to 12pm, and no appointment is necessary. Note that Somerville High School will announce its campus tour dates at a later time.
SPS K-8 School Tours
Thursday, January 8 at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm
Tuesday, January 27 at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm
Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year will open on January 2. The Enrollment Office is available to assist parents in preparing for their child to enter Somerville Public Schools. Make an appointment to work with an enrollment specialist between 8:00am and 2:30pm by emailing enrollment@k12.somerville.ma.us, or call 617-629-5670.
Note that the office will be closed during holiday hours between 12/23 and 12/29, and again on January 1.
Visit our enrollment page for complete information.
